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XT08 GAR

2008 Yamaha XT 660 R

Black Petrol 659cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

11,969 mi
Last recorded11,969 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Yamaha XT 660 R12,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationXT08 GAR
MakeYamaha
ModelXT 660 R
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine659cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 11,969 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 23 Jun 2026 11,965 miles

Front Brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Wheel spindle loose (5.2.1 (c) (i))

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Fail 22 Apr 2026 11,921 miles

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

After market levers fitted

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 9 Jun 2025 11,917 miles

Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Direction indicator obviously incorrectly positioned both (4.4.3 (a))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Handlebar grip insecure to handlebar (2.2.1 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2022 11,508 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 10,279 miles
Pass 7 May 2019 8,452 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 8,452 miles

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 6,202 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 2,543 miles

both tyres starting to perish in sidewalls

Pass 16 Apr 2016 2,218 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 1,419 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 1,171 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 1,148 miles
Pass 13 May 2011 1,101 miles

How Reliable is the Yamaha XT 660 R?

Based on 4,304 MOT tests across 439 vehicles.

88.5%
Pass Rate
761
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
439
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 35
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 23
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 20
wheel bearings have excessive free play 19
Drive chain worn to excess 13
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XT08 GAR is a 2008 Yamaha XT 660 R in Black with a 659cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2008 Yamaha XT 660 R models, the average MOT pass rate is 86.8% with a typical mileage of 12,324 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Yamaha XT 660 R fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 35 recorded failures. If you're considering buying XT08 GAR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Yamaha XT 660 R typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 18 years old, this Yamaha XT 660 R is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was XT08 GAR registered?

XT08 GAR is a 2008 Yamaha XT 660 R, first registered on 23 April 2008.

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